synonym Comparative
お互い
VS
個々
Differences Between "お互い" and "個々"
Option A
お互い
Meaning
each other, mutual
Reading
おたがい (otagai)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
困った時は、お互い助け合いましょう。
When we're in trouble, let's help each other.
Option B
個々
Meaning
individual; one by one; each
Reading
ここ (koko)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
参加者個々の意見を聞きたい。
I want to hear the individual opinions of each participant.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(each other, mutual)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- お互い: Refers to a reciprocal action or relationship between two or more parties. Can be used as a noun or adverb.
- 個々: Emphasizes individuality or dealing with things separately. Can be used as 個々 (noun) or 個々の (adjective). (それぞれ一つずつ、一人ずつという意味で、個別のものに焦点を当てる時に使う)
- お互い: Refers to a reciprocal action or relationship between two or more parties. Can be used as a noun or adverb.
- 個々: Emphasizes individuality or dealing with things separately. Can be used as 個々 (noun) or 個々の (adjective). (それぞれ一つずつ、一人ずつという意味で、個別のものに焦点を当てる時に使う)
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